EGYPT’S HEALTHCARE SYSTEM AND HEALTH RELATED ISSUES 2
Egypt’s Healthcare System and Health Related Issues
Global health is the study, research, and practice on improving health, identifying risk
factors, and reducing
...
EGYPT’S HEALTHCARE SYSTEM AND HEALTH RELATED ISSUES 2
Egypt’s Healthcare System and Health Related Issues
Global health is the study, research, and practice on improving health, identifying risk
factors, and reducing inequities between countries. Oftentimes it is difficult to truly understand
what illnesses and healthcare issues affect other countries. However, it is important to relay this
information to the general public educating them on what is occurring around the world. For
some, the greatest issues could be obtaining access to safe drinking water, attempting to decrease
infant mortality, or even establishing healthcare services within certain communities. Moreover,
in a developed country, such as the United States, it can be difficult to really grasp the reality that
other countries are suffering from certain diseases, some of which have been eradicated for
years. Egypt is an interesting country that is well known for its history especially its famous
pyramids, mummies, and pharaohs. However, a part of Egypt that is rarely discussed is its
healthcare system and illnesses that plague its country such as hepatitis C, female circumcision,
and increased traffic mortality rates.
The Country of Egypt
Egypt is located in the north-eastern part of Africa. The longest river in the world, the
Nile, runs through this vastly dry desert country. Home to one of the seven wonders of the world,
ancient Egypt was considered one of the most powerful countries in 3000 BC. The country
borders Lybia, Sudan, and Israel. It is primarily comprised of desert but fortunately, due to the
iconic Nile River, a habitable area was established and is home to the vast majority of the
population. Their climate is composed of two seasons, winter and summer. The winter months
are from November to March with average temperatures ranging 48-74 degrees Fahrenheit
whereas the summer months, May to September can be has hot at 91-106 degrees. Like most
countries, there are multiple languages spoken, however, the official language of Egypt is Arabic
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